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About this Load Controller SEA role at Pacific Aviation

Pacific Aviation · Onsite · Seattle, Washington, United States

Pacific Aviation is hiring experienced Weight and Balance team members to perform Load Control at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to support secure and efficient aircraft operations. This is a part-time, night shift position ideal for candidates who are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and thrive in behind-the-scenes aviation roles.

As a Weight and Balance Load Controller, you’ll play a critical role in coordinating weight and balance, preparing documentation, and ensuring that flights depart safely and on schedule.

What You’ll Do

  • Coordinate with Centralized Load Control (CLC), ramp staff, and cargo teams to support safe and timely flight departures
  • Calculate estimated zero fuel weight (EZFW) and transmit to flight dispatch
  • Prepare and review flight documentation (checklists, logs, UCM telexes, etc.)
  • Verify cargo documents, loading instructions, and notify teams of errors or updates
  • Communicate last-minute changes (LMCs) to the cockpit crew and adjust load sheets accordingly
  • Track and report weight discrepancies or fuel impacts that affect ZFW
  • Uphold safety standards and loading principles based on load category and flight destination
  • Maintain accurate records and follow airline-specific and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What You Bring

  • Fluent in English (written and verbal); Mandarin (written and verbal) preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
  • Ability to manage time-sensitive, high-pressure tasks
  • Team player with strong communication and coordination skills
  • Comfortable using technology and airline systems (DCS, telex, email, etc.)
  • Self-motivated, methodical, and able to adapt to unexpected situations
  • Aviation experience or 3+ months in a customer service role preferred
  • Must pass a background check and drug screening
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Willingness to complete all required airline and safety training

Schedule

  • Part-Time
  • Night Shift Only
  • Must be available on weekends and holidays as needed

Benefits

  • Pay: $21.50 - $24.50 per hour depending on experience
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Training
  • Uniform Provided
  • Parking Discount
  • Referral Bonus
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How this Controller salary compares

This role pays $47,840/yrbelow the typical range for Controller roles.

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Typical range $126,875–$206,313/yr, from 195 comparable Controller listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Controller salary insights →

About Pacific Aviation

Pacific Aviation is a leading provider of airport handling services for some of the world’s finest airlines. We currently operate in Los Angeles, Seattle-Tacoma, and San Francisco International Airports and are expanding to other airports across the U.S.

Since 1995, Pacific Aviation has been and remains privately held. Not bound by an affiliation with any airline or other service provider, the Company is truly independent and serves its customers without conflicts of interest.

Founders/Directors Phil Shah and Victor Mena used their many years and diverse experiences within the airline industry to build Pacific Aviation into a service company dedicated to exceeding every customer’s expectations.

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